Downside School is entering an exciting new chapter as it prepares to acquire the former Monastery from Downside Abbey, aiming to unlock new possibilities for its future growth and sustainability. This strategic move follows …
A new museum dedicated to celebrating two centuries of Clarks shoemaking heritage is set to open next month in Street, Somerset. Coinciding with Clarks' 200-year anniversary, the Shoemakers Museum will welcome visitors on …
This year’s Wells Food Festival, held on Sunday, October 12, offers an exciting opportunity for visitors to win a year’s supply of Charlie Bigham’s meals. The Somerset-based company, celebrating its fifth year as the …
Residents of Batheaston, a village near Bath, are urging the Bishop of Clifton to grant them the opportunity to purchase the Church of the Good Shepherd before it is demolished. This striking brutalist church, built in 1967, …
For many families in Somerset, the iconic Splash pool was more than just a place to swim—it was a hub of joy, laughter, and lasting memories. Generations grew up spending sunny days at the pool, forging friendships and …
For generations, Somerset’s iconic Splash pool has been more than just a swimming spot—it has been a place where families forged lasting memories and friends gathered to enjoy sunny days. The vibrant pool, known for its …
Nestled alongside the scenic Bristol to Bath Railway Path, the Avon Valley Railway is a treasured destination attracting tens of thousands of visitors each year. Operating a nostalgic steam train from Bitton Station, the …
Milsom Street in Bath is abuzz with activity as the city’s most iconic shop, Jolly’s department store, undergoes an extensive restoration. Scaffolding stretches across nearly a third of the street, signaling major works to …
A cherished historic pub in Somerset has reopened its doors after an impressive renovation, breathing new life into the community hotspot. The transformation includes a beautifully restored interior that preserves the pub’s …
Jean Holmes Finlayson, affectionately known as ‘Jeannie,’ a beloved former journalist of the Bath Chronicle and a dedicated community figure, died last week at the age of 91. Hailing from a small town in Southern Illinois, …
Competitors from near and far will converge on Franklyns Farm, Chewton Mendip, for the much-anticipated Mendip Ploughing Match, taking place on Wednesday, 24th September. Hosted generously by Messrs L, S & O Clothier, this …
Knights Fish Restaurant in Glastonbury, Somerset, is celebrating newfound acclaim as one of the finest fish and chip shops in the UK. The establishment has proudly earned the prestigious NFFF Quality Accreditation, an honor …
Mark Vaughan, a passionate history enthusiast, embarked on an extraordinary 100-mile walk wearing traditional wooden shoes to honor the memory of his late father, David. Inspired by the 340th anniversary of the Monmouth …
Somerset Council is seeking public input on the ambitious regeneration of Bridgwater Docks, a key element of the Bridgwater Town Deal—a £23.2 million fund dedicated to revitalizing and modernizing the town centre. This …
After more than ten years, the Amulet Theatre in Shepton Mallet came alive again this weekend with its first live theatre performances in over a decade. This milestone follows Somerset Council’s recent refusal of a planning …